1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
